CALENDAR OF EVENTS  -  Summer 2010 Programs

Discovery@Riverwood is pleased to offer the following events. These educational and fun activities are suitable for the whole family. Pre-registration is requested for all programs but drop-ins will be welcomed if there is adequate space and/or supplies. 

The Riverwood Conservancy (TRC) will make every reasonable effort to ensure that the described programs take place as scheduled; however schedule changes and cancellations may be required. Last minute changes will be posted to our website no later than midday the previous day for a morning or afternoon event or midday of the same day for an evening event.

Health Walks

TRC and the City of Mississauga Recreation and Parks are working together to provide a series of informative and healthy walks at Riverwood and Erindale. Meet at the main (first) parking lot at Riverwood.

History of Riverwood

Monday, July 19, 7:00 - 8:30 pm

This heart-healthy walk combines a look at Riverwood's rich history with a brisk heart-healthy walk along the           Culham Trail. Meet Dave Taylor and Mike Erison at 7 pm in the main parking lot. Be sure to dress for a brisk walk.

The Future of Riverwood

Saturday, August 21, 9:00 - 10:30 am

This heart-healthy walk looks at what the future holds for Riverwood. When will the new gardens open to the           public? What new birds have been seen this year? Are there other species we expect to see here? What is               happening with our elementary and secondary education programs? Riverwood is constantly changing, through the   seasons, through the years. The second half of this program is a brisk good-for-your-heart walk along the             Culham Trail. Meet Dave Taylor and Mike Erison at the main (first) parking lot. 

Fall Migration at Riverwood

Saturday, September 18, 9:00 - 10:30 am

In the first half of this heart-healthy walk, we will look for our fall migrating birds. In the second half, participants will enjoy a brisk walk through the property. Meet Dave Taylor and Mike Erison at 9 am in the main (first) parking lot. Be sure to dress appropriately for brisk activity. 

After the walk, participants are invited to join us for Doors Open Mississauga activities including a chance to go        inside Chappell House, a tasty BBQ and perhaps make a purchase at the plant sale organized by the Mississauga   Master Gardeners.

Astronomy Series Presented by RASC (Mississauga)

Members of the Earthshine Astronomy and Space Science Organization and the Mississauga Centre of the Royal Astronomical Society of Canada, in partnership with The Riverwood Conservancy, invite you to explore the universe at Riverwood. Bring your binoculars, a clipboard and a flashlight. Star maps will be distributed. Telescopes will be set up for observing the moon, planets and stars on the lawn in front of Chappell House. Please note: The event will be held on the first date shown – the second date is a back-up date in case skies are not suitable for star-gazing on the scheduled date.

· Tuesday, July 20 (21), 9:30 to 11:00 pm

· Tuesday, August 17 (postponed due to unsuitable weather), 9:00 to 10:30 pm.  August 18 observation will proceed as scheduled at 9 pm.

· Tuesday, September 14 (15), 8:00 to 9:30 pm

Volunteer-led Hikes @ Riverwood

Our popular volunteer-led hikes continue this summer. Whatever is happening, these events provide a good excuse to get outside for some exercise and to enjoy the wonders of Riverwood. Meet at the first (main) parking lot.

Morning Hikes:                                                Evening Hikes:

Saturday, July 10, 9:00 - 10:30 am                    Wednesday, July 28, 7:00 - 8:30 pm (cancelled)

Saturday, August 7, 9:00 - 10:30 am                 Wednesday, August 25, 7:00 - 8:30 pm

Saturday, September 11, 9:00 - 10:30 am          Wednesday, September 22, 6:30 - 8:00 pm

Doors Open Mississauga and Fall Plant Sale

Saturday, September 18 from 10 to 4

Enjoy indoor explorations at Riverwood as Chappell House, MacEwan Field Station and Visual Arts Mississauga will be open to the public for Doors Open Mississauga. Food will be available for purchase on the Chappell House lawn. TRC, in cooperation with the Mississauga Master Gardeners, will hold its fall perennial plant sale on the Chappell House lawn. Proceeds from the plant sale go to support TRC’s many programs in gardening, stewardship, nature and environmental education.

OTHER INFORMATION YOU SHOULD KNOW:

· Families are welcome at all Discovery@Riverwood programs.

· Please pre-register. Unless otherwise stated in the program description, please call 905-279-5878 or email Discovery@TheRiverwoodConservancy.org to register to ensure adequate space and/or supplies.

· Walks are on regularly used trails; however, the City does not provide winter maintenance of the trails. The  terrain may be steep and some surfaces will be uneven.

· All walks and programs are FREE unless otherwise stated in the description. Donations are gratefully accepted to support the work of The Riverwood Conservancy.

· Check our website for cancellations by midday the previous day for a morning event or midday of the same day for an evening event. Walks may be cancelled without notice or shortened due to heavy  precipitation or unsafe weather conditions.

The Riverwood Conservancy wishes to thank

Credit Valley Conservation and Scotts Canada

for their generous support.